Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta: An Indulgent Delight for Home Chefs
Indulge in the creamy, spicy goodness of this Cajun shrimp pasta, perfect for any home chef looking to impress!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Creole
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add shrimp and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning; cook until shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine the cooked fettuccine with the creamy shrimp mixture. Adjust with lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added spiciness, increase the amount of Cajun seasoning.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg